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<p>In 2011, HM Treasury consulted on the impact of the Debt Relief Act 2010 with representatives
from key stakeholders, such as the financial services sector, Heavily Indebted Poor
Countries and civil society. This evidence suggested the Act had benefitted Heavily
Indebted Poor Countries and there was no evidence of unintended consequences. The
previous government therefore made the Act permanent.</p><p>By continuing to prohibit
costly and unfair legal action against Heavily Indebted Poor Countries, the legislation
continues to play a valuable role. According to the World Bank and International Monetary
Fund, litigation by creditors against Heavily Indebted Poor Countries remains an ongoing
issue in other jurisdictions without such protections.</p>
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